Brent is a two-way center with terrific character. Plays a well-rounded game and can play in many situations. Isn't overly large, but doesn't shy away from physicality or traffic. Has good playmaking skills and is a great faceoff guy.- Erik K. Piri, EP

Career transactions
- 2011-07-01 • Signed to a two-year contract by the Carolina Hurricanes
- 2010-07-07 • Re-signed to a one-year contract by the Toronto Maple Leafs
- 2009-07-04 • Signed to a one-year contract by the Toronto Maple Leafs
- 2008-08-28 • Re-signed to a one-year contract by the Chicago Blackhawks
- 2008-07-18 • Traded to the Chicago Blackhawks for Danny Richmond
- 2007-07-20 • Re-signed to a one-year contract by the Pittsburgh Penguins
- 2007-06-23 • Traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins for Stephen Dixon
- 2004-09-08 • Signed to a three-year, entry-level contract by the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim
- 2004-06-27 • Selected 75th overall in the NHL Entry Draft by the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim
- 2002-06-23 • Selected 37th overall in the NHL Entry Draft by the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim